Last May, The Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) approved a pilot program to introduce vegan meals to schools at the beginning of the 2017-18 school year. The district, who was already participating in a ‘Meatless Monday’ program and also recently switched to healthier antibiotic/hormone free meats, took another step forward in offering healthier meals thanks to the help of student activists from Earth Peace Foundation and a little star power from former Baywatch actress Pamela Anderson.

After much research (and taste testing) the program launched in seven Los Angeles High Schools on September 5th, featuring a week-long menu of Vegan Chili, a Teriyaki Veggie Patty Sandwich, a Bean Tamale, and a ‘Range-Free’ Veggie Burger and Italian Sausage Sub made by Missouri based Hungry Planet.

Joseph K. Vaughn Director of Food Services, LAUSD

Of course rolling out any new program in the 2nd largest school district in the country comes with its own unique set of challenges and hurdles; but in my recent conversation with LAUSD’s Food Services Director Mr. Joseph Vaughn I learned that both students and administration are excited about the healthier options and the program has already gotten off to a good start.

Here’s an interview I gave to Mr. Vaughn during the 2nd week of the program roll out. Feel free to leave additional questions and comments below:…

Lebanese Garlic Sauce (also known as Toum or Toom) is a traditional Lebanese condiment perfect for sandwiches and wraps, or even served with a side of pita chips or veggies as a dip!

It’s no secret that I love garlic; on bread, with veggies, or even when I sneak a bite from my jar of DIY Minced Garlic #sorry #notsorry. And that’s exactly why I am obsessed with this easy 4 ingredient Lebanese Garlic Sauce!…

Korean food is having a moment. It seems like everywhere you go, you are seeing all sorts of Korean snacks and fusion foods, especially if you’re lucky enough to live in a city with a ‘Korea Town.’ Lucky for me, Los Angeles has one of the nation’s biggest K-towns, which is where I fell in love with Vegan Kimchi Fried Rice….

Why? Because any food in a bowl is easy to eat and so tasty, but this super easy vegan sushi bowl is topped with creamy avocado, spicy wasabi mayo, and vegan furikake flakes for a flavorful kick that will give your local sushi master a run for his money. Also, no rolling required. Are you with me!?…

When I first moved to LA, I landed in the Thai-town district of Hollywood, and I was lucky enough to have some of the nation’s best Thai food at my doorstep. That’s where I fell in love with pad ka prao tofu. Of course, those restaurant dishes are swimming with oil, and this DIY vegan pad ka prao is lighter and healthier, and ready in minutes….

If you LOVE garlic as much as I do, this DIY minced garlic preparation will become your new favorite kitchen trick!

Have you ever bought crushed garlic in a jar? It’s off colored, soaking in water, full of preservatives, and lacking in flavor. Of course nothing will ever beat the pungent punch that fresh minced garlic provides, but if you use garlic on a regular basis then you’ll appreciate the convenience of reaching into the fridge for a jar of real garlic and never look back at the bottled stuff again….

Los Angeles is known for some pretty amazing street foods (we even have a street food festival every weekend called Smorgasburg LA!). And one of the cool things about living in LA’s San Fernando valley is the exposure to some of LA’s best Mexican food. That’s where I was introduced to the infamous ‘ChamPiña.’…

Every culture has their own comfort foods. For Fijians, this Roro recipe is warm and hearty and embodies the wonderful flavors of the island using creamy coconut milk and greens.

And although this Roro recipe looks exotic, it really couldn’t be easier. Here’s why you need to make Roro today:
It’s low-carb/keto, paleo, vegan, and gluten free!
It comes together in 20 minutes.
There are only 6 ingredients.
It’s a one pot meal.
You’ll love it.

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